Author: Jean-Claude CorbeilPublisher:
ISBN: 9780517129463
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Facts on File Junior Visual Dictionary
Author: Jean-Claude CorbeilPublisher:
ISBN: 9780517129463
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Facts on File Junior Visual Dictionary
Author: Jean Claude CorbeilPublisher:
ISBN: 9780816022229
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
Identifies subjects in thirty-five categories and visually defines them as they appear in real life, emphasizing topics relating to children's surroundings
A Visual Dictionary of Architecture
Author: Francis D. K. ChingPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470648856
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The classic, bestselling reference on architecture now revised and expanded! An essential one-volume reference of architectural topics using Francis D.K. Ching's signature presentation. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings. From Arch to Wood, every concept, technology, material and detail important to architects and designers are presented in Ching's unique style. Combining text and drawing, each term is given a minimum double-page spread on large format trim size, so that the term can be comprehensively explored, graphically showing relations between concepts and sub-terms A comprehensive index permits the reader to locate any important word in the text. This long-awaited revision brings the latest concepts and technology of 21st century architecture, design and construction to this classic reference work It is sure to be by the side of and used by any serious architect or designer, students of architecture, interior designers, and those in construction.
Children's Literature
Author: Barbara StoodtPublisher: Macmillan Education AU
ISBN: 9780732940126
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 532
Book Description
The Elementary School Library Collection, Phases 1-2-3
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1256
Book Description
The Macmillan Visual Dictionary
Author: Jean-Claude CorbeilPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 904
Book Description
One of the most extraordinary reference titles ever produced is now available in paperback!Since its publication in 1992, The Macmillan Visual Dictionary has been heralded as the most innovative and graphically stunning reference work of its kind. And this remarkable volume certainly merits the praise: it provides full-color visual definitions of nearly everything. Want to know the difference between curly endive and curled kale? Curious about the distinguishing features of various judo holds and throws? Wondering what each and every feature of a Gothic cathedral is called? The answers to these and thousands of other questions are at your fingertips. The Macmillan Visual Dictionary identifies more than 25,000 terms with more than 3,500 full-color illustrations covering 600 subjects. Ranging from Astronomy and Geography to Combat Sports and Communications, from the Vegetable and Animal Kingdoms to Human Beings and Symbols, and from Architecture and House Furniture to Maritime Transport and Energy, the book's 28 chapters provide truly exhaustive coverage of the world as we know it. A usage guide, detailed table of contents, and extensive index allow for easy referencing. As ideal for the family reference library as for the casual browser trying to identify that "whatchamacallit", the compact paperback edition of The Macmillan Visual Dictionary will continue to set the standard in reference works.
Guide to Reference Books for School Media Centers
Author: Margaret Irby NicholsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
This updated edition is a comprehensive guide to current reference materials for school media centres. The 54 subject categories include recommended reference resources in all curricular areas and for many extracurricular interests.
Opening Doors to Reading
Author: Dee L. FabryPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313078289
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
This integrated, technology-based reading curriculum helps you build school-to-work skills in middle school learners-especially those who have reading difficulties. Based on a field-tested program (the STARR curriculum), it is specifically designed to meet student needs in the workplace and uses best practices research, SCANS foundations skills and competencies, and middle school research. Components include speaking, technology, analysis, reading, and research.
The School Librarian's Book of Lists
Author: Jane E. StreiffPublisher: Addison Wesley
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Resource guide for school librarians provides over 55 detailed lists of information sources, procedures, and guidelines.
The Elementary School Library Collection
Author: Lauren K. LeePublisher: Brodart Company
ISBN: 9780872720961
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 1350
Book Description
**** Cited in Sheehy and Walford, this comprehensive reference recommends print and audiovisual materials as well as microcomputer software and CD-ROM products for preschool through sixth grade children. The present edition includes 12,294 recommended titles, 3,070 being new listings. Each entry notes the format(s) available and provides cataloging and ordering information, a critically descriptive annotation, interest and reading level estimates, and priority for acquisition. For school, public, and academic librarians, and preservice and inservice faculty. Published by the Brodart Company, 500 Arch St., Williamsport, PA 17705. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR